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Cat Started Pooping in the Shower?

I have read most of the answers previously provided, but my situation is slightly different. We don't make use of a litter box - we have a massive garden on a golf estate. My cats (brother and sister) have a cat flap and have been doing their business outside since they were kitties (they are 9 years old now). My male cat started pooping in the shower about 2 months ago, and this morning was the 3rd time. I want to stop this before it becomes a habit or help him if something is wrong. I cannot see anything abnormal in his stool. Any advise will be much appreciated?

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March 31, 20180 found this helpful
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if a vet or an external animal threat has been removed, and he happens to be an older cat, would you consider using a litter box for him? Maybe for some reason he's at the stage in his life where he doesn't want to go outside to do his business because it is too much work or something.

 
March 22, 20220 found this helpful

Perhaps there's a new male in the neighborhood that's challenging his territory and hes uneasy going out

 

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Several things come to mind. As previously mentioned, your cat may be afraid of something outside. He also may be arthritic, and it is easier to step over the shower edge than to go through the cat door. Thirdly, and most likely he may have an bladder infection. Cats very often will use a cool surface (tub, shower) because it feels soothing to them when they are in pain. Your cat is at the age when they can get urinary blockages from crystals in their urine.

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If you find him unable to urinate, and in pain or distress know that it is a life threatening emergency. You have about 24 hours max to have him treated, often you have less than that. If the bladder ruptures there is nothing that can be done. I would start with a Vet visit to find out what is causing this change in your cats behavior. Early on it may turn out to be a much easier fix.

 

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March 30, 20180 found this helpful

I would consult the vet. Your cat may have some kind of infection. Cats dont do this ordinarily.

 

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March 31, 20180 found this helpful

You are right this is very strange and not normally what a cat will do. There could be some type of a medical problem with the cat that you can't see or even understand. The cat could be nervous because of a new dog in the area or even another type of animal they think is a threat to them.

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Anyhow, to rule out any type of medical condition, I'd take him to the vet. Then you can start to look around and see if there is any other animal new to your area that would scare your cat and make him go poop in your shower.

 

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